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BMW · i4
i4 Gran Coupé
BMW's electric four-door fastback based on the 4 Series Gran Coupé, sold with rear-wheel-drive eDrive35 and eDrive40 versions and all-wheel-drive M50 and M60, suited to drivers who want a Tesla Model 3 alternative with a conventional BMW cabin.
- Body
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Power
- 282–593 bhp
- Range
- 318–380 mi
- Boot
- 470 l
What reviewers say
Reviewers agree the i4 is refined, well built and handles like a proper BMW, with strong performance. The common criticisms are a range and efficiency that newer rivals beat, tight rear head and leg room, and a high price next to the Tesla Model 3; Carwow found the cheaper rear-drive versions more fun than the M60.
From autocar.co.uk, whatcar.com, autoexpress.co.uk, carwow.co.uk and parkers.co.uk
Specifications
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- Powertrain
- Electric
- Power
- 282–593 bhp
- 0–62 mph
- 3.7–6 s
- Top speed
- 118–140 mph
- Engine or motors
- eDrive35: rear motor, 210 kW (286 hp); eDrive40: rear motor, 250 kW (340 hp); M50 xDrive: two motors, 400 kW (544 hp); M60 xDrive: two motors, 442 kW (601 hp); bhp converted from BMW's kW figures
- Torque
- 400 Nm (eDrive35), 430 Nm (eDrive40), 795 Nm (M50, M60)
- Gearbox
- Single-speed automatic
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive (eDrive) or xDrive all-wheel drive (M50, M60)
Range and charging
- Zero-emission range (WLTP)
- 318–380 miles
- Battery
- 67.1–81.3 kWh
- Fastest charging
- 180–205 kW
- Range detail
- WLTP 279–319 miles (eDrive35), 333–380 miles (eDrive40), 290–318 miles (M50), 311–338 miles (M60), depending on trim
- Charging
- Battery capacity 67.1 kWh (eDrive35) or 81.1–81.3 kWh as BMW UK lists it; DC up to 180 kW (eDrive35) or 205 kW, 10–80% in 30–32 minutes; 11 kW AC
- Efficiency
- 3.1–4.3 miles/kWh (WLTP combined, depending on version)
- CO2 emissions
- 0 g/km
Practicality
- Body
- Hatchback
- Seats
- 5
- Boot
- 470 litres
- Length
- 4,783 mm
- Width
- 1,852 mm
- Boot
- 470 litres, 1,290 litres with the rear seats folded; opens with a hatchback tailgate
- Towing
- 1,600 kg braked
- Size
- 4,783 mm long, 1,852 mm wide (2,073 mm with mirrors), 1,448 mm high; 2,856 mm wheelbase; EC unladen weight including a 75 kg driver 2,070 kg (eDrive35) to 2,290 kg (M50)
Pros and cons
Pros
- WLTP range up to 380 miles (eDrive40 Sport)
- M60 xDrive has 601 hp and reaches 62 mph in 3.7 seconds
- Rated to tow 1,600 kg braked
Cons
- eDrive35 and eDrive40 are limited to 118 mph
- EC unladen weight of 2,070–2,290 kg, including a 75 kg driver
- DC charging peaks at 180–205 kW
Closest rivals
Model | Body | Powertrain | Power | Range | Boot | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatchback | Electric | 168–320 bhp | 273–354 mi | 520 l | 2021 | |
| Hatchback | Electric | 268–469 bhp | 344–409 mi | 407 l | Jul 2020 | |
| Hatchback | Electric | 187–322 bhp | 300–392 mi | 385 l | Dec 2021 |
Sources
- bmw.co.uk/en/all-models/m-models/bmw-i4-m60/bmw-i4-m60-xdrive-gran-coupe-techni…
- bmw.co.uk/en/all-models/m-models/bmw-i4-m60/bmw-i4-m60.html
- press.bmwgroup.com/united-kingdom/article/detail/T0334136EN_GB/the-first-ever-b…
- press.bmwgroup.com/united-kingdom/article/detail/T0450448EN_GB/bmw-model-update…
- press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/attachment/T0442767EN/617124
Photo: prod.cosy.bmw.cloud
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, right side view in Frozen Pure Grey (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, right side view in Black Sapphire (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, right side view in Fire Red (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, right side view in Tanzanite Blue (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, right side view in Brooklyn Grey (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, interior with Black with Grey Contrast Stitching Vernasca Leather (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, interior with Black Perforated Sensatec (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, interior with Black with Red Highlight Vernasca Leather (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, interior with M PerformTex Black Cloth with M Piping (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, interior with Oyster with Grey contrast stitching Vernasca leather (optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, left side view, standard electric configuration (exact UK maker model switch; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, left side view, M60 electric configuration (exact UK maker model switch; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Gran Coupé, seat upholstery detail (UK gallery; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, wheel and red brake caliper (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, headlamp detail (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, applications on curved display (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, centre console and start button (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, centre console controls (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, navigation display and steering wheel (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, steering wheel (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, climate display (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 M50 UK Imagery, vehicle status display (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport UK Imagery, navigation display (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport UK Imagery, console controller (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport UK Imagery, front grille (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport UK Imagery, climate display (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport UK Imagery, headlamp in white paint (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport UK Imagery, applications display (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport UK Imagery, centre console and start button (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Interieur (6/2021), cockpit with beige upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Interieur (6/2021), dashboard with beige upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Interieur (6/2021), cockpit with black upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW
- BMW i4 Interieur (6/2021), front seats with black upholstery (official press photograph; optional equipment shown): BMW